Strategic Associate Dean, Undergrad & Grad Programs

CSU; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 189,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University seeks an Associate Dean for Undergraduate & Graduate Programs in the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business. The role leads day‑to‑day operations of undergraduate and graduate programs, oversees curriculum and program delivery, and represents the college in internal and external forums.

It requires strategic planning, collaboration, and proven administrative leadership. The Associate Dean helps ensure high‑quality education, alignment with AACSB standards, and

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or terminal degree per AACSB standards.
• Three years of relevant administrative experience in business or academia.
• Record of scholarly work and teaching sufficient for tenured professorship in an AACSB‑accredited school.
• Ability to lead, communicate vision, and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise undergraduate and graduate programs and manage day-to-day operations.
• Participate in strategic planning and represent the college with internal and external partners.
• Oversee curriculum development, assessment, and continuous program improvement.
• Coordinate with PaCE, IDEAS, and other campus units to advance degree offerings.
• Lead initiatives to enhance student success, enrollment, and program quality.
• Monitor budgets, revenues, and costs to sustain program viability.
• Support accreditation activities and maintain alignment with AACSB standards.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Program management

Communication

Collaboration

Change management

Education

Doctoral degree (AACSB or equivalent)

Job description

San José State University seeks an Associate Dean for Undergraduate & Graduate Programs in the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business. The role leads day‑to‑day operations of undergraduate and graduate programs, oversees curriculum and program delivery, and represents the college in internal and external forums.

It requires strategic planning, collaboration, and proven administrative leadership. The Associate Dean helps ensure high‑quality education, alignment with AACSB standards, and